Welcome to Annies Place Ceramic cafe

A Relaxing Countryside Pottery Painting Experience

Annie's Place Céramique Café is located in the picturesque village of Oradour-Fanais, near Confolens. Offering all the fun and creative freedom of a pottery studio, but in a beautiful, tranquil countryside setting.  Choose from over 200 pottery pieces, with prices from just €13, right up to €100.

An immersive experience, suitable for all ages, and abilities,  Annie's Place was created to complement this little piece of French countryside heaven. We actively encourage all wildlife into the area, so whilst you are here to switch off and truly unwind, don't forget to keep a watchful eye for some of the breathtaking birds of prey, baby deer, or le petite reynard!

 I have an stress-free policy; all materials are provided, I handle the cleaning and all our visitors remark on how much they love their relaxing visit. Create something meaningful to take home, from personalized gifts to beautiful pieces you'll treasure for years. No experience is needed, I am here to guide you every step of the way.

Once you are finished I glaze and kiln-fire your ceramics ready for collection. For those that want to stay and enjoy cake on the collection visit, that is no problem we have outside tables that you are welcome to occupy, if it is fully occupied inside.

There are always homemade cake options, we have freshly ground coffee and loose leaf teas. English afternoon tea with all the usual trimmings at €19 pp (only available for groups that pre-book it).

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Our Pottery
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Pick your pottery, & colours. Create your one of a kind piece . Relax, & enjoy your visit with tea & cake. We fire your item ready for you to collect.

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Pick your pottery, & colours. Create your one of a kind piece . Relax, & enjoy your visit with tea & cake. We fire your item ready for you to collect. 〰️

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Enjoy our creative space , relax with a coffee and enjoy.

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Pick an item, choose some paint, use the tools, create your piece

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After you leave we glaze & fire your pottery to a beautiful food safe finish

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How Pottery Painting Works ?

You can choose your pottery online before you arrive, or when you get here.

The price of our ceramics is for the full activity, it includes your paint, glazing, firing and your time here, (cake and coffee can be purchased as an optional extra.

We have over 200 different bisque designs to choose from. You can see our current stock by clicking the link here

Every few months we add new designs, tools and paint colours.

POTTERY GLAZE AND FIRE: this is not an overnight turnaround, and can take up to two weeks, if you have a speedy request, please ask, though we do our best we can't make any guarantees. We have accounts for posting online orders and regularly post around the world, so if you are here on holiday we can assure you your ceramics can be sent, but the cost of the postage is not included in your time here and we can only vote that once firing is completed.

What if I am not artistic, or I need help?

My name is Cherrill, (AKA as Annie’s Granny), and that is what I am here for, to help guide you and help you achieve your goal, if you need it !

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Duration …

We're often asked, "how long does it take?" Well, the answer is - it is up to you. Painting is different for everyone, we have a 'no rush' policy!

One of the special things at Annie's Place is that we have lots of space, and the luxury of being in a beautiful rural setting means that you can spend a morning creating, then the afternoon enjoying the nature eating cake. 

We only ask that you remember we close at 6pm, (except for private bookings or adults only night).

Booking in Advance

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Spaces are limited to keep the experience calm and personal—booking in advance is essential.

Ready for Collection

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Once your piece is ready (there is 2 weeks turnaround just incase of any need to re-fire), you can arrange to collect it or, if you want to have it posted, I have an account with La Poste, I can have it delivered straight to your door (postage is not included in the price).

Book Your Annie’s Place Experience

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Book your spot at Annie's Place Ceramique Café online today and enjoy one of the most unique and relaxing things to do in the Charente.

About us...

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Annie

The amazing Annie Boo! The grumpiest, but most beautiful BOSS of the show.

 Annie Loves fish, gardening, sitting with me when I paint and climbing trees. She hates Henri, Choux and sharing anything!

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Cherrill

I know most of you call me Annie, but I'm actually Annie's Granny, I really don't mind being called Annie, but I am officially Cherrill, sadly I'm nowhere near as pretty as Annie-cat, but I am great at catching mice! To read a bit more Learn more about Annie.

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Choux

We brought Choux-Choux into the fold from a local cat rescue, she is a BIG GIRL, that is the easiest way to tell her apart from Annie. She is up all day, and is very nosy. Choux really loves small children and is very friendly. 

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Henry

Henri loves chenille wool, crochet and playing ball with stones and grass. I always pick up a chunky stone when I am out for him to play ball with, he thinks he is Thierry Henry! He really is a lovely boy and has settled in so well!